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NEW POLL: "Without early, frequent and well-informed discussions about the full spectrum of postsecondary opportunities, Gen Z students are left to make life-shaping decisions with limited knowledge and guidance." news.gallup.com/poll/691418/ge…

#Louisiana’s 3rd grade reading law is about more than retention, it’s about early support. From tutoring to summer school, schools are helping kids catch up before they fall behind. Read how the approach is working here ⤵️ wwno.org/education/2025…

ExcelinEd in the field ➡️ Our very own Lindsey Henderson, Policy Director for Math, traveled to Fort Worth, TX, this week for the National Science and Math Initiative Content Workshop! She spoke to 250 teachers during her keynote: "Setting the Stage For Mathematical Success."

Years ago, #Mississippi decided to stay the course on literacy reform, and it paid off. Today, the state outperforms many others, including Michigan, across key academic indicators. BridgeMichigan examines what made the difference here ⤵️ bridgemi.com/talent-educati…

As homeschooling grows, states are responding in very different ways—some with more regulation, others with more freedom. In a new op-ed, @bendegrow and @ColleenHroncich explore how homeschooling and school choice can advance together. #schoolchoice @CatoCEF…

Join @readingby3rd Thu, 7/31, 3 p.m. ET for a #GLRWeek session on what rising parental “curating” means for school choice, equity, & accountability w/@ppi @ExcelinEd @FiftyCAN @CRPE_edu Register for this kickoff to a series on parent power in public ed bit.ly/4lkzOOl

How can states think more expansively about their mathematics pathways to build greater student success? Read more from @utdanacenter & @edstrategygroup: edstrategy.org/resource/chart…

Want to work where your impact matters? ExcelinEd is hiring mission-driven professionals ready to transform education policy and outcomes for students. Join us: excelined.org/job-opportunit…

Declining enrollment isn’t just a challenge—it’s a chance to innovate. We work with states and districts to build smarter, more sustainable systems. Explore our recommendations in this blog by Matthew Joseph ⤵️ excelined.org/2025/06/25/enr…

Families want options, and polls show overwhelming support for school choice. So why do ballot measures fail? In a new op-ed, @LevesquePat unpacks why progress isn’t won at the ballot box—it’s driven by parents advocating for their kids. educationnext.org/the-psychology…

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

#Arizona’s 2025 Literacy Week starts Monday! AZ educators, administrators and literacy advocates are invited to attend virtual, impactful webinars to learn how to advance literacy education through the science of reading. Head to bit.ly/ADE_APLD to register! @azedschools

Student enrollment is declining, and with it comes a chance to rethink how schools plan for the future. From staffing to facilities, we’re here to help leaders turn change into opportunity. Read more in Matthew Joseph’s latest blog ⤵️ excelined.org/2025/06/25/enr…

“As policymakers debate how to improve K–12 education, microschooling offers a compelling vision for the future: families have choices, educators have autonomy and innovation thrives.” @ExcelinEd excelined.org/2025/05/12/mic… #Microschools #ared #InnovativeEducation

What a fantastic 2 days of learning from and with @ExcelinEd’s Early Literacy Network! State literacy leaders from 21 states & D.C. talked implementation efforts, oral language, organizational leadership, EPPs, coaching, dyslexia, & other topics. Thanks for joining us!

So glad I don’t have to “go it” alone! Amazing connections with other state literacy directors and leaders makes journey more worthwhile and lighter! Lean on one another! Together we are better! @ExcelinEd

.@ExcelinEd is hiring a virtual Director of Policy Communications to develop, direct, and implement a communications program to support and promote ExcelinEd’s policy agenda. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years of experience. talentmarket.org/excelinedpolic… #TalentMarketJob #LibertyJob

.@ExcelinEd is also hiring a virtual Director of State Communications to develop, direct, and implement a communications program to support ExcelinEd’s state initiatives. This role calls for 6+ years of experience. talentmarket.org/excelinedstate… #TalentMarketJob #LibertyJob

This week, members of the ExcelinEd team gathered in Indianapolis for network convenings focused on some of our key policy areas. It was great to spend time together with state leaders and as a team!

“At a time when some states are lowering expectations to avoid that political discomfort, Oklahoma is choosing to lead." Read @LevesquePat's full op-ed on how #Oklahoma is leading in accountability and transparency, and how other states can follow suit. ⤵️…